Quaking Aspen

Other Common/Trade Names: Trembling aspen, Poplar, Popple,Scientific Name: Populus tremuloidesBest Characteristics for Identification: Aspen has no standout characteristics, which in itself, is useful for identification.Uses: Oriented strand board, pulp, low value wood products such as crates, boxes, etc.General Natural Range: Transcontinental extending from Alaska to Newfoundland. Extends southward along the Rocky Mountains to Arizona. In the east, it extends south into Pennsylvania and West Virginia.Identical or Nearly Identical Species: Bigtooth aspen, Balsam poplarOther Species Easily Confused With: BasswoodMeans of Distinguishing Similar Species : Basswood has marginal parenchyma and noded rays, aspen does not.